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Stuffed Pumpkin October Classic — Classic

Stuffed Pumpkin October Classic: 7 Cozy Fall Secrets

A delicious stuffed pumpkin recipe perfect for fall.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium pumpkin
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the top off the pumpkin and scoop out the seeds.
  3. In a bowl, mix quinoa, black beans, corn, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fill the pumpkin with the mixture.
  5. Place the pumpkin on a baking sheet and cover with foil.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
  7. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Choose a small pumpkin for easier handling.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the filling.
  • This dish can be made vegan by ensuring no animal products are used.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed pumpkin
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Stuffed Pumpkin, Fall Recipe, Vegetarian Dish